Poetry by Kids

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Writers form bonds with one another, beginning with the first words we read … and write. An introduction to the Poetry by Kids series on The Good Life.

The Dragon That Speaks for the Boy

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The dragon speaks for the boy, until the boy is able to speak for himself. A poem in the Poetry by Kids series.

Why Poetry for Kids?

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A child’s education should include the tools to convey sentiments and emotion, says Carl Bosch. The Good Men Project’s Education columnist on the importance of poetry to kids today.